December weather forecast
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Richmond Lake Heights Development, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature varying between 12.7°F (-10.7°C) and 25°F (-3.9°C).

Temperature

A noticeable downshift in temperatures is seen as November gives way to December, with average highs moving from a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C) to a freezing cold 25°F (-3.9°C). An average low-temperature of 12.7°F (-10.7°C) is noted during the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 3.1 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 97.2 rainfall days, and 18.35" (466mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 11.4 days. Throughout December, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is accumulated. In Richmond Lake Heights Development, during the entire year, snow falls for 54.8 days and aggregates up to 19.13" (486mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Richmond Lake Heights Development is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Richmond Lake Heights Development, is 25°F (-3.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 12.7°F (-10.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Richmond Lake Heights Development?

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Richmond Lake Heights Development, during December, the rain falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Richmond Lake Heights Development, South Dakota, in December, during 11.4 snowfall days, 3.43" (87mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:14 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average temperature in December - Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD
  • Average high temperature in December: 25°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average pressure in December - Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average wind speed in December - Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average humidity in December - Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (60%).

Average rainfall in December
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average rainfall in December - Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average rainfall days in December - Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average snowfall in December - Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average snowfall days in December - Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average sunshine days in December - Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average UV index in December - Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average cloud cover in December - Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD

Average visibility in December - Richmond Lake Heights Development, SD
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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